Category Archives: The Funeral

Ten Years Ago, May 25, 2007. Crosby Burial at Arlington National Cemetery

Posted on May 25, 2017 by Marylou Crosby Wade

Ten years ago, May 25, 2007. I was at Arlington National Cemetery (ANC) burying remains of my brother, Herby [Capt. Herbert C. Crosby]. The funeral was beyond what I ever dreamed it could be. The patriotic grandeur, the glory it … Continue reading →

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Capt. Crosby Funeral by Rolling Thunder

Posted on August 14, 2011 by Marylou Crosby Wade

Last month I contacted the president of the Viriginia Chapter 3 Rolling Thunder to invite them to the funeral of WO3 George Andrew Howes at Arlington National Cemetery, August 5.  This chapter, including many, many other Rolling Thunder chapters across … Continue reading →

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Burial of Additional Remains-Capt. Herbert C. Crosby

Posted on April 24, 2011 by Marylou Crosby Wade

April 8, 2011. Arlington National Cemetery. Cold. Raining. Somber. Touching. Respectful. Honor. Tears. Love. Laughter. Family. Friend. Comrade.  It was all of those and more. I wasn’t sure what to expect that day. Wasn’t sure how the service would be held, … Continue reading →

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Remembering Capt. Crosby-May 25, 2007

Posted on May 25, 2010 by Marylou Crosby Wade

It was a Friday, May 25, 2007.  I was attending my brother’s funeral at Arlington National Cemetery.  I remember that day so well, and will never forget it either. The end to a long 37 years of heartache, hope and … Continue reading →

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